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This is a thorough examination of the Failure to Thrive Syndrome (FTT). The text begins by looking at how the concept first arose and the different types of FTT. It then goes on to examine assessment, diagnosis, treatment and intervention of FTT.
"This book is essential reading for every professional working with children who fail to thrive, such as social workers, health visitors, nurses, paediatricians, psychologists and child care workers."--Jacket.
Three to five per cent of children fail to thrive. Without early intervention this can lead to serious growth failure and delayed psychomotor development. Such children typically present difficulties with feeding and sleeping, as well as other behavioural problems. Failure to gr…